Musical Theory and Composition · Music Theory

Melodic Construction

Investigating how scales and intervals are used to create memorable and emotionally resonant melodies.

Key Questions

  1. 1What makes a melody 'catchy' or memorable to the human ear?
  2. 2How do different musical scales evoke specific cultural or emotional associations?
  3. 3How does the contour of a melody reflect the lyrics of a song?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

ON: Music: Creating and Performing - Grade 10ON: Music: Foundations - Grade 10
Grade: Grade 10
Subject: The Arts
Unit: Musical Theory and Composition
Period: Music Theory

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